Xiomara Alfaro

Xiomara Alfaro was born on May 11, 1930 in Cuba. Xiomara Alfaro's big-screen debut came with ¡Olé... Cuba! directed by Manuel de la Pedrosa in 1957.

Xiomara Alfaro was a highly successful vocalist who appeared as herself in a few films. Noted for her unique high pitched coloratura soprano voice, she started singing as a child in family reunions and community events in her Marianao neighborhood. As customary at the time, young singers wishing to launch professional careers would join talent contests held at various radio stations in Havana. Young Xiomara was the winner of one such contest at Radio Suaritos becoming a regular of its broadcasts. Composer and pianist Obdulio Morales heard her singing on the radio and was so impressed that he invited her to join the cast of his musical revue "Batamú" which debuted at the Martí Theater in 1951.